ViewPoint

ViewPoint, offered by SEAM Group, is a platform designed to optimize the performance of energized assets. According to the vendor, ViewPoint combines strategic advisory, custom training solutions, field inspection and maintenance services, advanced technology, and actionable data management. It is intended for companies of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises, and is used by professionals such as business analysts, maintenance managers, safety managers, reliability engineers, and electrical engineers. The industries that benefit from ViewPoint include manufacturing, logistics and distribution, data centers and technology, life sciences, and property management.

Key Features

Asset Reliability and Safety Assessments: ViewPoint offers a comprehensive approach to improving asset reliability and safety. According to the vendor, it helps prioritize assets based on their condition, enhances planning for maintenance and repair activities, and improves the predictability of critical asset performance.

Preventive Maintenance Optimization: ViewPoint aims to enhance safety and reliability through preventive maintenance. The vendor claims it maximizes the budget for capital project improvements, ensures the reliability of assets, and lowers maintenance costs.

Parts Inventory Optimization: The vendor states that ViewPoint optimizes spare parts inventory to enhance asset performance. It manages item master file records, streamlines the parts work order process, and ensures the accessibility and availability of critical parts.

Work Management, Planning, and Scheduling: According to the vendor, this feature of ViewPoint improves safety and reliability through effective work management. It develops process flows for operational alignment, manages asset outages for efficient resolution, and ties work-related data into Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

CMMS/EAM Software and Integrations: ViewPoint aims to enhance safety and reliability through CMMS and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) optimization. The vendor claims it manages the asset-related IT landscape design, supports functional requirements development, and implements EAM/CMMS integration.

PdM and CbM Program Development: According to the vendor, ViewPoint enhances safety and reliability through predictive maintenance and condition-based monitoring. It is said to increase throughput and reduce labor and material costs, enable earlier identification of equipment issues, and decrease unplanned work.

Safety Critical Procedures: This feature of ViewPoint, according to the vendor, enhances safety and reliability through the development and implementation of safety critical procedures. It builds clear internal safety procedures, provides access to updated training materials, and closes knowledge gaps that impact workplace safety.

Electrical Safety and Compliance (NFPA 70E, OSHA): ViewPoint is claimed to ensure electrical safety and compliance with industry standards. The vendor states that it helps organizations meet NFPA 70E and OSHA requirements, provides training and consulting on electrical safety, and conducts arc flash assessments and lockout/tagout procedures.

Infrared Thermography: According to the vendor, ViewPoint enables organizations to conduct infrared inspections to detect potential electrical failures and reduce safety risks. It utilizes certified thermographers to scan the thermal condition of electrical and mechanical equipment, identifies anomalies and issues without shutting down the facility, leading to increased safety and reliability.

Arc Flash Study: With ViewPoint, organizations can mitigate the risk of arc flash incidents through comprehensive hazard analysis, according to the vendor. It ensures compliance with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) standards and National Electrical Code (NEC), and reduces the risk of injuries, equipment damage, and costly service interruptions.